SICK Flexi Soft User Manual

Approach
1.
Connect the identically named terminals with each other (e.g. EFI1_A at station A
with EFI1_A at station B etc.).
Figure 59: Connecting Flexi-Link stations via EFI1+2
2. Connect not used cables to the functional earth (FE) at both ends.
3.
Connect all connected Flexi Link stations with the same GND connection of the
voltage supply (terminal A2 on the system plug).
Complementary information
Connection:
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No external terminator is required for the EFI connections on the main module.
•
Stub cables or star-shaped wiring are not allowed.
•
The maximum permissible total length of the cables for EFI1 and EFI2 (all stations)
is 100m each.
Flexi-Link cables:
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Flexi-Link stations can be connected using CAN cables (shielded, twisted pair).
Table 78: Possible lengths of cable and types for Flexi-Link connections
Length of cable Cable type
Up to 40m 2 × 2 × 0.25mm² (AWG 23)
Up to 100m 2 × 2 × 0.34mm² (AWG 22)
•
SIC
K offers a suitable cable for connections up to 100m (SICK part number
6034249, 2 × 2 × 0.34mm², sold by the meter, see "Accessories for the safety
controller", page 182).
Further topics
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"EMC me
asures for Flexi Link and Flexi Line", page 101
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SICK Flexi Soft Specifications

General

Safety Integrity Level (SIL)	SIL3
Performance Level (PL)	PL e
Programming	Flexi Soft Designer
Power Supply	24 V DC
Safety Protocols	PROFIsafe, CIP Safety
Protection Class	IP20
Number of I/Os	Configurable
Operating Voltage	24 V DC
Power Consumption	Depends on configuration
Dimensions (W x H x D)	Varies depending on the module configuration
Weight	Varies depending on the module configuration
Number of Safety Inputs	Configurable
Number of Safety Outputs	Configurable
Safety Standard	IEC 61508, IEC 62061, ISO 13849
Operating Temperature	0°C to +55°C
Response Time	< 10 ms (typical)
Storage Temperature Range	-25°C to +70°C
Relative Humidity	15 % ... 95 %, non-condensing